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Expertise
Hello. My experience is mainly in Japanese martial arts including Japanese Swordsmanship and how it applies to open hand/self defense. I have also studied a few Korean styles and may be able to answer basic questions concerning them. General questions from beginners, intermediate, or advanced students are acceptable as are more specific questions. Martial arts are my passion and I love sharing.
Experience in the area
I have been studying martial arts for 17 years. I received my first black belt in Hwarang-Do. Next I obtained a black belt in Muso Shinden Ryu Iaido and a 1st kyu in Aiki Tora Ryu Aikido. I continued my studies with Tang Soo Do earning 1st gup and finally found the style I now teach: Kan Ryu Taitokudo. I hold a Yondan (4th degree black belt) in it.
Publications
In the process of being published in Black Belt Magazine and Art of the Warrior Magazine
Education/Credentials
4th dan in Kan Ryu Taitokudo, Shodan in Hwarang-do and Muso Shinden Ryu Iaido, and 1st kyu/gup in Aiki Tora Ryu Aikido and Tang Soo Do
Awards and Honors
Instructor of the Year - Iaido in 2000 from the International Grandmaster's Sokeship Hall of Fame
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
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| Megan | 10/04/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Amazing answers. Your response was encouraging, insightful ..... |
| Gabriel | 08/15/09 | 10 | 10 | 7 | 10 | The answer was very good. And don't ..... |
| dan | 04/22/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | You've further instilled inspiration with your reply ..... |
| Dennis | 02/22/09 | 10 | 7 | 10 | 10 | Justin Kagan; I thank you very much ..... |
| Meg | 01/08/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | I want to thank Justin so much ..... |
Recent Answers from Justin Kagan
2009-10-03 Women in BJJ:
Hello Megan. Thank you for your question. These are some legitimate concerns especially considering the focus on competition. As far as the boys playing too rough goes, I can only tell you of my experience
2009-08-15 Is Chi real ??:
Since chi is something better experienced rather than described, I would suggest you look into a qigong or tai chi class for learning to work with it and strengthening it. Tai chi is by far one of the
2009-08-13 Is Chi real ??:
Gabriel, thank you for your question. This is a very interesting topic and something I feel fortunate to discuss with you. I cannot simply answer yes or no and send you some links proving the physical
2009-06-24 i need help with my little brother:
Muay Thai, from what I understand, is likely to be more competition focused. I don't think I would suggest that for your 8 year old brother unless the instructor has had a great deal of success with his
2009-06-23 i need help with my little brother:
Hello Simran and thank you for your question. You're asking me for direction and that is what I hope I can provide. Personally, I don't feel that any child, especially one as young as 8 years old,
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